Bulletin: Roof perforation (replace roof)

1997-2003 CHEVROLET VENTURE

1997-2003 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE

1997-2003 PONTIAC TRANSPORT/MONTANA

According to TSB 02-08-67-006A-- which has been revised to add the 2003 model year and the service information document numbers and should replace Corporate Bulletin Number 02-08-67-- 006--some customers may comment that there is rust forming around the front or rear portion of the roof Important: Implementation of this service bulletin by "GM of Canada" dealers requires prior District Service Manager approval.

During production, the E-Coating (ELPO primer) may have been missed in concealed areas of the front or rear portions of the outer roof panel. To correct, adhere to the following procedure:

IMPORTANT: Partial repairs to the roof panel are not permitted.

1. Remove the headliner. Refer to Headliner Replacement in the Interior Trim subsection of the Service manual (Si document ID #508247)/ This document ID can only be found under 2003; however, this procedure covers 1997-2002 also.

2. Replace the roof. Refer to Roof Outer Replacement in the Collision Repair subsection of the Service Manual (SI document ID #875050). This document ID can only be found under 2003; however, this procedure covers 1997-2002 also.

3. Important: Adhesive bonding is the preferred installation method. (GM Metal Bonding Adhesive, two tubes, preferred).

4. Reinstall the headliner. Refer to Headliner Replacement in the Interior Trim subsection of the Service Manual.

NOTE: See complete bulletin for specific parts and warranty information.